8 | www. Char l es tonPhys i c i ans . com | www.Hea l thL i nksChar l es ton . com 14 | POWER UP WITH A NAP We’ve all experienced it. That early afternoon, postlunch lull that can mean the difference between productivity and sleepiness. For some, the fix is simple: a power nap. 16 | GET UP AND OUT: PATIENTS PRESCRIBED EXERCISE Patients often expect to receive a prescription for medicine when they visit their doctor, but some doctors are now taking an innovative approach and prescribing exercise. 18 | WALK WITH A DOC On the fourth Saturday of each month, medical professionals welcome people to Charleston’s Hampton Park for a quick five-minute chat on the medical topic du jour and then a peaceful walk. 22 | EATING HEALTHY ON A TIGHT BUDGET Despite the rising cost of groceries, you can still manage to eat healthy on a budget. It just requires a little planning and preparation. 24 | HEALTHY FOOD HITS FOOD DESERTS Lowcountry Street Grocery, a grassroots local food delivery service that services the greater Charleston region and beyond, takes steps to end food inequity. 26 | BERRIESOFFERA ‘1-2 PUNCH’ Dr. Ann G. Kulze, bestselling author of “Dr. Ann’s 10 Step Diet” and “Dr. Ann’s Eat Right for Life” series has been an enthusiastic advocate of berries since the beginning of her venture into medicine. 30 | PUBLIC HEALTH CONCERN: FUNGAL INFECTIONS The World Health Organization released its first-ever list of 19 health-threatening fungi. Major factors contributing to more fungus among us: climate change and resistance to drugs. 33 | BEST IN HEALTH With over 6,000 votes from readers, patients and local medical professionals, HealthLinks is proud to present our 2023 Best in Health winners. Issue 12.3 MAY/JUNE 2023 CHARLESTON FEATURES
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